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Moving to a Hybrid Learning Model

A Principal's Reflections

The premise though is to not only incorporate what has been learned up to this point during one of the most disruptive times in history but also to perceive what might come next. To start, a workable definition must be established to begin creating a vision for this model.

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Reviewing the Tough TEKS for US History

Active History Teacher

If you’ve taught for any length of time, you know that r eviewing tough US History TEKS/topics is critical for student success on STAAR. You can teach the heck out of a tough topic in September, but by the test in April, the memory of those lessons are long gone. Label your buckets with the “ERAS” of US History.

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Creating Interactive Lessons Through App Smashing

A Principal's Reflections

Greg Kulowiec provides an excellent working definition: App Smashing is the process of using multiple apps to create projects or complete tasks. I often recommend the use of this tool in History as a way to explore primary source documents. Here is where app smashing comes into play.

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Chrome Extensions for Educators

A Principal's Reflections

Google Dictionary : View definitions as you browse the web. All you have to do is double click any word on a webpage to view it''s definition. Click & Clean deletes typed URL''s, browsing history, Flash cookies, and other types of online activity. I have begun to compile a short list of extensions that I am currently using.

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Modern American History Word Wall: A How-To Guide

Mr and Mrs Social Studies

Modern American History Word Wall Have you ever used a Modern American History word wall before? In this previous blog post , we’ve briefly discussed word walls, however, we wanted to give a more thorough guide on how to use them in this post, as well as share examples that pertain to Modern United States history.

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New data show some colleges are definitively unaffordable for many

The Hechinger Report

He was on the student council and debate team, took Advanced Placement classes in history and chemistry, speaks four languages, worked a corporate internship and played three sports: soccer, basketball and track. The post New data show some colleges are definitively unaffordable for many appeared first on The Hechinger Report.

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Constitution Activities that rock!

Active History Teacher

One (Picture match) is a non-threatening way to apply the definitions of each of the principles. If you are new to Active History Teacher, then let me tell you. appeared first on Active History Teacher. I love this quote throw down activity that allows students to apply their knowledge! I love these 3 activities.